East Toledo in Lucas County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Col. James M. Schoonmaker

Photographed By Craig Doda, June 17, 2022

1. Col. James M. Schoonmaker Marker

Inscription. You are now at the stern or after most part of the ship, which is constructed with a classic "fantail” design.

To your right you will see one of the ship's six Mooring Winches. The green object (steel bar) on the deck in front of you is known as the Tiller, and is attached directly to the head of the rudder post.

In front of you is the ship's Anchor Chain Locker. Underway. this locker housed the ship's 550 ft. anchor chain, which was comprised of 62 1b. links. Peer through the opening to see this extremely large chain used to hoist the ship's 4,100 lb. stern. anchor.

Now head forward along the port side and enter the Engine Room, first doorway on your right. Head down the stairwell and look to the right to view the Steam Driven Steering Gear Engine. (Marker Number 10.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Waterways & Vessels.

Location. 41° 39.417′ N, 83° 30.96′ W. Marker is in Toledo, Ohio, in Lucas County. It is in East Toledo. Marker is on Front Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1701 Front St, Toledo OH 43605, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Col. James M. Schoonmaker (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also

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named Col. James M. Schoonmaker (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Col. James M. Schoonmaker (within shouting distance of this marker); Anchors (within shouting distance of this marker); Veterans Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Capstan (within shouting distance of this marker); SS Col. James M. Schoonmaker (within shouting distance of this marker); Radio Direction Finder (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Toledo.

Photographed By Craig Doda, June 17, 2022

2. Col. James M. Schoonmaker Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 26, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 69 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 26, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.